Volunteer in Spain

International Volunteers, Gap Year Travelers and those looking for an exciting opportunity to volunteer work overseas must volunteer in Spain. This is a great platform for those interested in doing volunteer work for animals through the wildlife and conservation program.

There are opportunities to volunteer for the welfare and development of children under the childcare volunteer program as well. Volunteering in Spain is an ideal option for college students and high school teens.

Placements are offered in the quaint coastal city of Valencia. The city is rich in cultural heritage and has more than fifteen kilometers of beaches. While volunteering in Valencia, you will find welcoming people who are happy to meet international volunteers. It will be a fun and challenging experience where you can get immersed in the Mediterranean culture, learn new skills and meet new people.

The area is very well linked to other main European capitals by air, train and road. While volunteering in the Valencia region, volunteers also get a chance to visit smaller and traditional Spanish towns like Denia where the projects are also located.

Volunteering Solutions offers conservation and community social welfare projects in the region where volunteers can help in conservation work such as Marine conservation or work with children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Your volunteering adventure in Spain will only get better with Volunteering Solutions. Like we keep saying, just pack your bags and arrive. From accommodation to meals and then your volunteer work as well as city travel, we ease everything out for you.

Airport Pickup

Volunteers are provided pickup from the Valencia Airport. The airport is served by some major airlines such as Iberia, Lufthansa, Ryan Air, Air France, Air Berlin and Transavia.

Orientation

All volunteers will be provided with an orientation session by the local coordinator. Areas like safety, locations, transportation, things to see etc will be covered in the Orientation. After your orientation is over, you will be introduced to your project.

Accommodation

Volunteer Accommodation is provided in a single room in a shared apartment. Accommodation is very comfortable with good facilities available. The rooms are well furnished and the apartment has a fully functional kitchen as well. Volunteers who want to cook their own meals can do so.

During your Free Time

There is lot to do during your free time and on weekends.On the weekends, volunteers can travel by train or bus to Barcelona or go to main Valencia town as well. While in Valencia, you can explore the beautiful relaxing beaches, the futuristic city of Arts and Science and the old maritime quarter of El Cabanyal. Valencia is rich in culture and heritage and has more than 15 kms of beaches. In Denia, volunteers can relax in the the quite town and get immersed in the local culture and life. Check the complete list of things to do in Spain while volunteering.

FAQ's - Valencia Region

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Application and Program DetailsWhen should I apply for the volunteer programs in Spain? It is advised to apply for the projects once the volunteering/ traveling dates are decided as there are limited spots available . The application fee is valid for one full year and can be sent earlier than the desired year of volunteering for timely confirmation of the seat. As soon as you decide the travel dates, we suggest you to apply for the program and hold your spot.

How long does it take to process my application? Will my application be accepted ? Usually it takes around 10-12 working days for the application to be processed and placement to be confirmed. After we review your CV and documents, your booking is confirmed and the booking confirmation is updated in your My Account and you can view the information in your account. The application acceptance depends on the availability of seats in the project as well as the eligibility criteria of the program (age, skills and experience etc.).

Are there any necessary requirements to participate in the Spain volunteer programs? Below are the necessary requirements to participate in the Spain volunteer projects :-

Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program

Intermediate level of Spanish for – projects with children

Mandatory swimming knowledge for Marine conservation Project

Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.

The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Be in good health.

Can I volunteer as part of a Group ? Yes, you are welcome to take part in Spain Volunteer Program as part of a group. We welcome families, friends, high school students, college/university and corporate groups to volunteer together in the Spain program.

I haven’t traveled or volunteered abroad before. Can i still be a part of VolSol Programs? Yes , most definitely you can as we believe every participant brings something new to the project. If you do not have previous experience, we offer you the opportunity to have a great start with us. We make international volunteering easy – not only are our Volunteer Abroad opportunities rooted in offering you extensive support, but they are also very affordable.

Does Vol Sol provide with a reference or a certificate after program completion? Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

What are the Program locations in Spain? The Childcare programs are located in the quaint coastal city Valencia . The Marine Conservation project is located in the beautiful traditional town of Denia.

Valencia’s coast is one of the most beautiful and sunny of Spain, with many kilometers of beaches to enjoy the sea in a warm climate and practice water sports, and that´s why it is also an important tourist destination.

Denia is at the heart of the Valencia Community, between the cities of Valencia and Alicante and less than 100 km from both international airports. Denia is very well communicated with other Spanish cities by bus, and is also the closest city to Ibiza. It only takes a couple of hours to arrive to the amazing island by boat !

When do I need to arrive in Spain for my program? What will happen once I arrive in Spain? There are two project locations in Spain ; Valencia and Denia. Volunteers joining the project in Valencia ( Childcare and Conservation )are picked from Valencia Airport (VLC) .Volunteers joining the Marine and Conservation project in Denia, are picked up from the Alicante Airport (ALC) . You can view the arrival dates here. Volunteers are picked up from the Airport by the local coordinator or representative and taken to the respective accommodations.

Flights and Visa

Does Volunteering Solutions help with Visa? Participants (most nationalities) require a Tourist Visa to travel to Spain. Volunteering Solutions strongly recommends all volunteers to apply and get a tourist visa before departing for Spain. Consult the Spainish Embassy in your country for more details. If needed, Volunteering Solutions does provide with written document that would help volunteers in getting the Visa.

What are the recommended airlines to fly to Spain? Spain’s Airport is very well connected with the rest of the world and majority of the airlines fly to Spain. Some of the recommended airlines that fly to Valencia are British Airways, Ryan Air, KLM, Lufthansa, Aeroflot, Easy Jet, TAP Portugal, Swiss and Iberia.

Health & Safety

How safe is Spain in general? Spain is one of the safest European countries to visit. Spain welcomes tourists and discerning travelers with open arms. To our volunteers we recommend to go out and eat out after consultation from their in-country coordinators. We also recommend that volunteers try to move out in a group and go for sightseeing together. You will be given safety precautions and instructions by the local coordinator team during the orientation as well as in your Pre departure handbook after you become an enrolled participant.

What immunizations/vaccinations will I need ? All participants are recommended to consult their physician or travel doctor before traveling to Spain.To view the general list of vaccinations recommended for your travel to Spain, click here.

Do I need to buy health insurance? Yes, for all participants, it is mandatory to have a valid travel medical insurance for their trip. Volunteers have the option to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance at a nominal extra cost from Volunteering Solutions. To provide the best option to our participants, we offer comprehensive insurance coverage in collaboration with a leading insurance provider. To view the coverage details, please click here.

If you already have a valid Travel and Medical insurance, you can email us a copy of the same. It is also advised to bring along the Insurance documents during your trip.

Accommodation and Living

How do I get to the program location? Your program coordinator or a member from the local coordinating team will take you to your placement and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program, its surroundings and other facilities around the location. Both the program destinations are modern cities and have multiple options to commute from the project to the placement.Most preferred modes of transport are buses, taxis and metro. The projects are located in Valencia and Denia.

I want to know more about accommodation and food arrangements? Accommodation is provided from your start date to the end of the program. Accommodation will be according to the volunteer project you have selected. Projects which are located in the city usually offer accommodation in the city center in residences in a single room in a shared apartment. The accommodation is very comfortable with all the basic facilities . The rooms are well furnished and the apartment has a fully functional kitchen as well. Volunteers who wish to cook their own meals can do so.All the accommodation options are a great opportunity to interact with local and foreign people, learning about different cultures and making new friends from all around the world.

What if i have my own accommodation. Can i still volunteer for the project? Unfortunately the entire volunteering experience is as much about volunteering on your project, as it is about cross-cultural exchange and community building. A lot of that happens through the housing that we have set up by being with like minded people. Additionally, for safety reasons all volunteers must live in in the allotted accommodation.

Can vegetarians be accommodated? Yes, however you must inform us in advance and also mention about any dietary requirement in your application form.

Would I have free time during my program? Can I do sightseeing during my program? Depending on your project placement, you will get evenings and the weekends free, to travel and explore the place.In the evenings volunteers usually get together and go out for social gatherings. Weekends are free for the volunteers and you can go for short weekend trips. In Spain, you’ll see a magnitude of interesting sights.Visit the artistic Barcelona,the grandiose Royal Palace in Madrid, the imposing Catedral de la Almudena, the golden triangle of museums, Mezquita of Cordoba Ancient streets and many Renaissance, Baroque, Gothic or Romanesque monuments. Trust us, you will not get enough of the city!

Are there more expenses once I arrive in Spain? Your program fee does not cover your personal expenses . You will need to provide for yourself your personal expenses, such as bottled water, local transport, telephone, shopping, sightseeing etc. You also need to cover for meals However, you should carry around Euros 75–80 per week for your basic personal expenses. This amount can vary and you would need a higher amount if you choose to go on weekend trips out of town.

For how many hours do I have to volunteer in a day? Volunteers usually work for 4 to 6 hours a day depending on their program. You will have weekends off so you can travel on weekends. However, volunteers need to be flexible, open minded and understand that work requirements can change as well on certain occasions.

Connect with Past Volunteers

How can I connect with past Volunteering Solutions Spain alumni as well as other former and current volunteers? We encourage volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions Spain program participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to communicate with other participants.

To read alumni interviews from past participants, visit, the Meet a Volunteer page on our website.